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Baked chimichangas recipe

Prepared baked chimichanga recipe by BlogChef
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Bold, satisfying, and easy! Tortillas stuffed with meat, cheese, and beans that are baked for a crispy outer texture.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 lbs ground turkey
  • 1 (1.25 ounce) packet taco seasoning
  • 1 1/4 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons fresh oregano (chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • 2 green onions (chopped)
  • 1 (4 ounces) can dice green chilies
  • 2 cups shredded Coly-jack cheese
  • 1 (16 ounces) can refried beans
  • 6 large flour tortillas
  • 4 tablespoons melted butter

Instructions

  1. Cook the meat filling. Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). In a large skillet add ground turkey and brown over medium-high heat. Add the taco seasoning and stir. Add the water and stir. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until the liquid has reduced by two-thirds.
  2. Add seasonings and vegetables. Add cumin, oregano, cilantro, green onions, and green chilies. Simmer until the rest of the liquid has evaporated.
  3. Prepare the tortillas and filling. In a small saucepan heat the refried beans until warm, smooth, and easy to spread. Warm the tortillas according to package directions. Lay a tortilla onto a flat surface such as a cutting board, spread a thin layer of refried beans into the center of the tortilla, top with the meat filling mixture, and sprinkle some cheese over the meat. Roll up the tortillas while tucking in the sides. Place onto a lightly greased baking sheet, arranged so that they are not touching. Repeat until all of the tortillas are rolled.
  4. Bake until golden and crisp. Brush the chimichangas on the tops and sides with melted butter. Place into the oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown and crisp. During the last few minutes of cooking top each tortilla with remaining Colby-Jack cheese. Bake until the cheese has melted.

 

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